Animal Technician, Preclinical Studies

Capricor Therapeutics • San Diego, CA

3d • $65,000 - $75,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Capricor Therapeutics is seeking an Animal Technician to support their preclinical studies. This role involves performing various in vivo procedures with rodent models, maintaining animal care and compliance with protocols, and collecting experimental data. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in animal handling, a commitment to scientific rigor, and excellent communication skills. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to the development of transformative cell and exosome-based therapies for rare diseases.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a life science or related field, or equivalent hands-on research experience
• Minimum 2+ years of hands-on experience working with rodent models in a research or pharmaceutical industry
• Significant experience working with rodent models in a research or pharmaceutical setting
• Demonstrated proficiency with standard animal handling protocols and facility safety practices
• Familiarity with animal husbandry systems, welfare regulations, and institutional policies
• Self-motivated with a strong drive to learn and contribute to organizational goals
• Adaptable, with a firm commitment to scientific rigor and excellence
• Highly collaborative; thrives in multidisciplinary, fast-paced research environments
• Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities

• Perform rodent dosing studies via intraperitoneal (IP), subcutaneous (SC), intramuscular (IM), and intratumoral (IT) routes
• Administer compounds by intravenous (IV) injection
• Collect biological specimens including blood via submandibular and/or cardiac puncture
• Conduct necropsies and tissue collection in accordance with approved protocols
• Support the preclinical team with daily in vivo activities and experimental procedures
• Maintain breeding colonies, husbandry programs, and genotyping workflows
• Collect and process genotyping samples; support genotyping assay development
• Adhere to IACUC-approved protocols, policies, and all applicable regulatory requirements
• Follow established SOPs and research guidelines governing animal care and facility operations
• Collect experimental data including body weight, blood analyses, and other project-specific measurements
• Maintain accurate and detailed records of all procedures, observations, and results

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Opportunity to contribute to life-changing treatments
• Collaborative and mission-driven environment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level